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This still photo shows an ornate building, possibly on temple grounds, on the bank of a large pond. The building is supported by large columns and topped by an elaborate roof. In the background we can see faint mountains, suggesting a rural setting.

A photo of a building set against a forest in China that includes two men sitting on the curb in front of the house. This photo was taken by John Forrest Chapman during his time at the North China Mission and includes two copies.

This photo shows a Chinese man on a dirt road carrying blankets in a pouch on his back. He wears a European-style top hat along with white cloth pants and a shirt. The man is pictured leaning on his walking stick, taking a break from the trek.

This photo shows a man dressed in white standing in front of a large, presumedly Buddhist temple. Above the temple doors is a sign with Chinese characters. The temple is very large, with stones steps in front and an ornate facade.

This photo shows three men standing on a dirt road. None of their faces are visible as they are all looking at something one of the men is holding. One wears a European style top hat and all three are dressed in loose clothes.

The focus of this photo is an early 20th century car with a flat tire. A group of men in European clothing stand around the car on a dirt road. In the background, two young girls stand on the side of the road looking on.

This photo shows a temple with a tall stone shrine in front of it. A series of steps leads up to the temple and it is surrounded by trees. In the background is a mountain and in the foreground there's a group of western-clothed men below the steps.

This photo, taken by John Forrest Chapman, shows a Chinese man and woman resting next to a dirt road. The man is wearing a conical hat and the woman has a bindle on her head. In the background is a small white memorial cross and a sign post with Chinese characters on it.